1997 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 135 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 297 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW M3 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:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | M3 | GTX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
