2005 BMW 730 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730.
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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (468 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 730 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
