1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (468 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Barracuda | SL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5563 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
