2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1383 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 125 L |
