2000 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 26 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 BMW 525. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 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:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
