1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV 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 | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Dodge | Panoz |
Model | Polara | AIV |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |