1948 Opel Kapitan vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Opel Kapitan | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Kapitan | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |