2007 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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 (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 325 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |