1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | VIP | 325 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
