2002 Lexus SC vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 33 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, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 305 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | SC | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
