1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 12 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 740 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
| Model | Barracuda | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |
