1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 681 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Wartburg 312, 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Plymouth | Wartburg |
Model | VIP | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |