1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 981 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Consul |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |