2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 38 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 175 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | XLR | Polara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |