2008 BMW 650 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 34 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, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
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, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 650 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2930 mm |
