1949 Buick 40 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 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 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 124 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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 Buick 40 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | 40 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
