2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 731 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1968 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 125 L |
