1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Dodge | Triumph |
Model | Polara | Roadster |
Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |