1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 44 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 95 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 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Polara | Aventador |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 700 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 689 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1135 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |