1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 44 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Plymouth VIP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Plymouth | Buick |
| Model | VIP | Verano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 57 L |
