1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Dart | F-350 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |