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 23 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 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. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 44 kg more than 1955 Buick 40.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1769 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
