Despite pulling up to and more than 4,000 pounds, the Polara and Monaco got to 60 mph in a hurry.
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1965-1966 Dodge Polara 500, Monaco and Monaco 500 Specifications
The 1965-1966 Dodge Polara 500, Monaco and Monaco 500 were oriented as much toward luxury as they were toward sport. But they were worthy of the muscle cars that would follow in the next few years.
Specifications
Engine: ohv V-8, 383 cid (4.25 × 3.38), 270/315/325 bhp
1965 Engine: 413 cid (4.19 × 3.75), 340 bhp; 426 cid (4.25 × 3.75), 365 bhp
1966 Engine: 440 cid (4.32 × 3.75), 350/365 bhp
Transmission: 3-speed manual; optional 4-speed manual, 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic
Suspension front: non-parallel control arms, lateral torsion bars
Suspension rear: live axle, leaf springs
Brakes: front/rear drums
Wheelbase (in.): 121.0
Weight (lbs.): 3,765-4,315
Top speed (mph): 103-118
0-60 mph (sec): 8.4 (V-8 413)
