1961 Dodge Polara vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 51 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Dodge Polara. (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 964 kg more than 1961 Dodge Polara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Polara | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5907 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2743 mm |
