2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 752 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |
