2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 197 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 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:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 360 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
