2004 Lexus LX vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2004 Lexus LX 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 140 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 941 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 2004 Lexus LX 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, 2004 Lexus LX 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LX. (434 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LX | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Lexus | Plymouth |
| Model | LX | GTX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |
