What is the wheelbase of a 1964 Dodge?
In 1964, Dodge offered two common wheelbase lengths across its lineup: 111 inches for the mid-size Dart/Lancer models and 119 inches for the full-size Polara/Monaco models.
To provide clarity, Dodge's 1964 lineup was divided into two main architecture families, and the wheelbase varies accordingly. A precise value depends on model and body style.
Wheelbase by Dodge model family
Full-size C-Body (Polara, Monaco)
Full-size Dodge models built on the C-Body typically used a longer wheelbase of 119 inches (about 3,023 mm). This length was standard across sedan and coupe body styles in the 1964 line.
- Dodge Polara (full-size): 119 inches (approx. 3,023 mm)
- Dodge Monaco (full-size): 119 inches (approx. 3,023 mm)
In practice, the wheelbase was uniform across these full-size variants for that model year.
Mid-size A-Body (Dart, Lancer)
Mid-size Dodge models on the A-Body platform used a shorter wheelbase of 111 inches (about 2,819 mm). This configuration was common for the Dart and its sub-models such as the Lancer in 1964.
- Dodge Dart (A-body): 111 inches (approx. 2,819 mm)
- Dodge Lancer (A-body): 111 inches (approx. 2,819 mm)
Wheelbase remained consistent across these A-Body variants in 1964.
Additional notes and context
Wheelbase is a key factor in ride quality and interior space. While the two main figures above cover the majority of 1964 Dodge models, some body styles such as wagons or limited trims could have minor dimensional changes by specific configurations. For precise figures for a given trim or body style, consult factory literature, dealership specification sheets, or contemporary brochures for that exact model and body style.
Summary
In 1964, Dodge’s wheelbase offerings clustered around 111 inches for mid-size A-body cars (Dart/Lancer) and 119 inches for full-size C-body cars (Polara/Monaco). Confirming the exact figure for a specific car depends on its model and body style, but the two main measurements capture the core of the lineup that year.
