2009 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 41 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 270 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 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:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Polara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 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 |
