1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 8 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corvette | GTX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
