1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 208 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara 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 62 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 330 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 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 | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Polara | 208 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |