1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTX | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
