1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Plymouth | Chevrolet |
| Model | VIP | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
