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Oldsguy · April 6th, 2006, 10:56 AM

Gee, seeing as how most people have some subjectivity involved in selecting a car I would encourage you to consider which one you LIKE better. But, yes the '68 had a 455, it was the first year for that engine but that doesn't mean the 425 isn't a good engine. The 455 in the '68 might have been run into the ground and need a rebuild and the 425 in the '67 might be a pristine 37,000 mile engine. Things to consider. Both engines are torque monsters and both cars are front wheel drive. As for the headrests, I never noticed. I don't remember if shoulder belts were used in '67 or '68 but I have a '69 Delta that had them. That might be a safety consideration. I am pretty sure both year models had disc front brakes as well, so.......

Good luck in your search.

April 6th, 2006, 10:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
Oldsguy Hot Rodder at heart Administrator Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lees Summit MO Posts: 5,360	Gee, seeing as how most people have some subjectivity involved in selecting a car I would encourage you to consider which one you LIKE better. But, yes the '68 had a 455, it was the first year for that engine but that doesn't mean the 425 isn't a good engine. The 455 in the '68 might have been run into the ground and need a rebuild and the 425 in the '67 might be a pristine 37,000 mile engine. Things to consider. Both engines are torque monsters and both cars are front wheel drive. As for the headrests, I never noticed. I don't remember if shoulder belts were used in '67 or '68 but I have a '69 Delta that had them. That might be a safety consideration. I am pretty sure both year models had disc front brakes as well, so....... Good luck in your search. __________________ Dan '77 Cutlass Supreme '46 2 door "The rocket 455.....it's a sledgehammer approach to a thumbtack world" LuxBlue of HAMB.