1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | SE | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 | 1460 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
