1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 538 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 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | BMW |
| Model | VIP | X6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
