2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 40 L |
