2006 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 34 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | 525 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
