1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 41 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 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 774 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (468 Nm). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda has automatic transmission and 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Plymouth | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Barracuda | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5563 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 1064 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
