2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 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 234 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | K2700 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 7206 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
