2008 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster 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 (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 325 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |