2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Polara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
