1971 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Barracuda | 996 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3250 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |