2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 558 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2720 mm |
