1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 38 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 160 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 (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 BMW 523 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Barracuda | 523 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |