1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 633 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.
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, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2011 BMW 760 | |
Make | Plymouth | BMW |
Model | VIP | 760 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |