1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 144 L |
