2008 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 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. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 15 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 530 | Polara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
