2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Crossfire | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
