2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1949 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Ram | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |
