1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barracuda | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
