1968 Plymouth VIP vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 396 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Plymouth | Scion |
| Model | VIP | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
