2005 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 325 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
