1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 31 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 17 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | BMW | Plymouth |
| Model | Z9 | VIP |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
