1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1539 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | GT 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 83 L |
