1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2009 Koenigsegg CCX has manual transmission. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Koenigsegg |
| Model | VIP | CCX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 806 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 919 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
