2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth GTX. (375 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CLK | GTX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |