2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Escalade | GTX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 Length | 5670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
