1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP.

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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Plymouth VIP 2012 Porsche 911
Make Plymouth Porsche
Model VIP 911
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5208 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 230 HP 404 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5420 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 67 L


 

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