1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 69 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 357 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | VIP | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |