2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1576 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1959 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 31 L |
