1998 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 30 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 547 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus GT 1 has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus GT 1 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:
1998 Lotus GT 1 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Lotus | Plymouth |
Model | GT 1 | GTX |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 580 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2950 mm |