1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
