1979 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1998 Ferrari F355

To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.

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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chrysler Cordoba 1998 Ferrari F355
Make Chrysler Ferrari
Model Cordoba F355
Year Released 1979 1998
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5201 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 133 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 6000 RPM
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 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2460 mm


 

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