1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 247 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |
