2005 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 37 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Pantera. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 De Tomaso Pantera | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Pantera | Polara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |