2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 125 L |
