1955 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1641 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3330 mm |
