USA vs USA — 1967 vs 1951
| GTX 440 Magnum | Belvedere 426 Max Wedge | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 375 hp | 425 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,210 cc | 6,981 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.6 sec | 5.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 130 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.4 sec | 13.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,600 lbs | 3,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,946 mm | 2,946 mm |
| Length | 5,258 mm | 5,067 mm |
| Units Produced | 30,328 | — |
| Original MSRP | $3,178 | $3,500 |
| Value (Excellent) | $85,000 | $250,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 9/10 |
The 1951 Plymouth Belvedere 426 Max Wedge emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, lighter weight. The 1967 Plymouth GTX 440 Magnum counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Plymouth stable, the 1967 Plymouth GTX 440 Magnum and 1951 Plymouth Belvedere 426 Max Wedge represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Plymouth badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1951 Plymouth Belvedere 426 Max Wedge holds a clear advantage in raw power with 425 hp compared to 375 hp, a 50-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1951 Plymouth Belvedere 426 Max Wedge edges ahead at 5.5 seconds versus 6.6 seconds. The Plymouth Belvedere carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 300 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1951 Plymouth Belvedere 426 Max Wedge commands a significant premium over the 1967 Plymouth GTX 440 Magnum, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.