8 3/4 chunk math - sticker shock

shadango said
The dana setup is $1800 and up from them right now.

Plus, I have been told that the Dana "uses" 35 HP and is 75-100 lbs heavier than the 8 3/4...... is this true?

I think I saw someplace like Mopar Muscle Mag did a comparison between the two with what you mentioned in mind and the dana 60 was equal to or better than the 8 3/4