1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 135 | Ram |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3070 mm |