1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 30 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 5 more horse power than 1998 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus SC. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1998 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1998 Lexus SC 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 | 1998 Lexus SC | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Polara | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |