1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Barracuda | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |