1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | Barracuda | 312 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |