2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | E-150 | GTX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
