2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |
