2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 240 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | 350Z | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6285 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
