2009 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 41 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 25 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Because 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | X5 | GTX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
