2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Ram | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2440 mm |
