1949 BMW 340 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 215 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 340 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
