2004 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,250 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda. (217 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1971 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 530 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
