1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 18 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (352 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | GTO | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1435 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
