1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 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 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Polara | 308 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |