1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 45 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) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Plymouth VIP | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Audi |
| Model | VIP | A5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
