2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 36 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 122 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | GTX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
