1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | 512 BB | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3250 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |