1973 Audi Asso vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 5 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Asso | Polara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3030 mm |
