2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 85 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 (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | C | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
