1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 480 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 1600 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |