1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
