1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | MK X | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
