2009 BMW 740 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 35 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, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2930 mm |
