1972 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mini |
| Model | Barracuda | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
