1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (468 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Barracuda | CLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5563 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2875 mm |