1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 37 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2005 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Plymouth | TVR |
Model | VIP | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |