1985 BMW M6 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1985 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 BMW M6.
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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
