1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1999 Ferrari 360
To start off, 1999 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
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, 1999 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari 360 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 | 1999 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Cordoba | 360 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |