1968 Plymouth GTX vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia 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 246 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth GTX | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Plymouth | Opel |
| Model | GTX | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2737 mm |
