2009 BMW 330 vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5201 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
