1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 368 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Cordoba | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |