1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (361 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 61 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (500 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Polara | SLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
