1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 42 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 72 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 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Infiniti |
| Model | VIP | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
