2002 BMW 760 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 34 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 447 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.
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, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | BMW | Plymouth |
Model | 760 | VIP |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |