2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 32 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (352 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 456M | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
