1989 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 21 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 124 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | V8 | GTX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
