2004 BMW 745 vs. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 2004 BMW 745 (451 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 745 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
