1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 40 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 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 157 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | VIP | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |