2002 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 34 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1105 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.
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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Bentley | Dodge |
| Model | Arnage | Polara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 452 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
