2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 6,285 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
| Model | XJ | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
