1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 325 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 328 GTS | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
