1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2006 BMW 645
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 37 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2006 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | Barracuda | 645 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
