2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (511 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 313 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | SL | VIP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 511 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
