1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 510 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Plymouth | Maserati |
| Model | Barracuda | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6285 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2942 mm |
