1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Zodiac | Ram |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
