1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 233 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, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth GTX | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Plymouth | Luxgen |
Model | GTX | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1768 mm |