2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 12 is newer by 27 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 385 kg more 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, 2000 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
| Model | B 12 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
