1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 552 kg more than 1961 Saab 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750, 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, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Saab 750. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Saab 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Saab |
| Model | Barracuda | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
