2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle 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 456 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1732 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 64 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2410 mm |
