1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Barracuda | Cayman |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |