2005 BMW 645 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 31 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, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 645 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:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 645 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2930 mm |
