1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | Barracuda | 312 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |