1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 668 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Plymouth | Volkswagen |
| Model | VIP | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3001 mm |
