1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 170 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Cordoba | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2989 mm |
