2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
