1996 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 168 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 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | S6 | VIP |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
