2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | E-350 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2760 mm |