2000 BMW 750 vs. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba

To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 BMW 750.

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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 750 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
Make BMW Chrysler
Model 750 Cordoba
Year Released 2000 1979
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5646 cc 5201 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 387 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 333 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2930 mm


 

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