1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 627 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth GTX | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Plymouth | Smart |
Model | GTX | ForFour |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |