1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 42 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Barracuda | 520 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |