1995 BMW 317 vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1995 BMW 317 is newer by 17 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 465 kg more than 1995 BMW 317. 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 317. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 317 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 317 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:
| 1995 BMW 317 | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 317 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
