2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M 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 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 123 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 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 456M 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:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 456M | VIP |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
