1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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 Volvo S60, 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volvo |
| Model | GTX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
