2007 MG ZT-T vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 37 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 34 more horse power than 2007 MG ZT-T. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2007 MG ZT-T.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG ZT-T. (410 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG ZT-T. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda has automatic transmission and 2007 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2007 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG ZT-T | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | ZT-T | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
