USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1962
| Road Runner | Savoy 426 Max Wedge | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 425 hp |
| Torque | 425 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,981 cc | 6,981 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 122 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.2 sec | 12.5 sec |
| Weight | 3,500 lbs | 3,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,946 mm | 2,946 mm |
| Length | 5,105 mm | 5,080 mm |
| Units Produced | 84,420 | — |
| Original MSRP | $2,896 | $3,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $175,000 | $250,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 10/10 |
Numbers favor the 1962 Plymouth Savoy 426 Max Wedge with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1968 Plymouth Road Runner offers better value, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.
Plymouth has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1968 Plymouth Road Runner with the 1962 Plymouth Savoy 426 Max Wedge highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1962 Plymouth Savoy 426 Max Wedge holds a clear advantage in raw power with 425 hp compared to 335 hp, a 90-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Plymouth Road Runner uses a V8 OHV (RB big-block) displacing 6,981 cc, while the Plymouth Savoy relies on a V8 OHV with 6,981 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1962 Plymouth Savoy 426 Max Wedge edges ahead at 5.5 seconds versus 6.4 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.