1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 44 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 347 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Plymouth | Dodge |
Model | Barracuda | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |