1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SLK | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |