2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 125 L |
