2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (290 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
