1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 39 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. 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, 2008 Rover 45, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Barracuda | 45 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
