1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 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 152 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 133 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | S | GTX |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4520 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2950 mm |