1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Barracuda | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
