2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ram | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
