2009 BMW 650 vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 45 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 650 | Polara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |