2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
| Model | 44 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
