2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 33 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 319 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | E500 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
