1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Polara | A4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |