1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 233 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Plymouth VIP | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Plymouth | Jaguar |
Model | VIP | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5208 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3157 mm |