2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 465 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 642 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
