1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | DB5 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |