2008 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 29 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | X3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |