2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 543 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
