2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 40 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |