1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Plymouth |
Model | V8 Vantage | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |