1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 43 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 160 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth GTX | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | GTX | 125 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |