2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 37 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 228 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.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 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, 2005 Audi RS6 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | RS6 | GTX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
