2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 257 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (651 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | E | GTX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
