2004 Maybach 57 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2004 Maybach 57 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1972 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 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maybach 57 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Maybach | Plymouth |
| Model | 57 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 901 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2760 mm |
