1961 Dodge Polara vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,907 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Dodge Polara. (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1961 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Dodge Polara weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Dodge Polara | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Polara | 968 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5907 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
