1973 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Barracuda | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |