2004 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2004 BMW M3 is newer by 36 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, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 295 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Polara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
