1967 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1462 kg more than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | IM 3 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
