1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 415 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 Infiniti FX 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 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Plymouth | Infiniti |
| Model | VIP | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
