1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | GT 40 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
