2000 BMW 528 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 528 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |
