2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 37 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Alpina | Plymouth |
Model | B7 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |