1991 BMW M12 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 18 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1973 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M12 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
