2004 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 35 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 370 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M3 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
