2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 300 | VIP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
