2008 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Polara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5210 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
