1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Ford E-350

To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1183 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth VIP 2012 Ford E-350
Make Plymouth Ford
Model VIP E-350
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5208 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 230 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 4-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1647 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 5504 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2111 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3505 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 132 L


 

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