1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cambridge | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
