1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | VIP | Panamera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |