1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 40 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 456 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mazda |
| Model | Barracuda | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
