1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 625 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
| Model | Barracuda | 356 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3250 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
