1959 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 752 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Vauxhall Victor | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Dodge |
| Model | Victor | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 939 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |
