1998 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 29 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 444 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | AC | Plymouth |
| Model | Cobra | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
