2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 39 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 338 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | S | VIP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 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 | 1985 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
