1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 43 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, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 420 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | Barracuda | 640 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |