1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 36 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 758 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | VIP | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
