1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | GTI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
