1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Plymouth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | VIP | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |