1994 BMW 750 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 20 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 750 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2930 mm |