1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Fury is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Caprice | Fury |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3060 mm |