1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 550 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Polara | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |