1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 920 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 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.
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1968 Dodge Polara | 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Polara | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 159 L |