1999 Audi R8 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 30 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (421 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | R8 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1310 mm |
