2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda

To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 392 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Seville 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
Make Cadillac Plymouth
Model Seville Barracuda
Year Released 2000 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 5210 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1827 kg 1435 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2760 mm


 

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