2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2149 kg more than 1956 Talbot 2500. 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 Talbot 2500. 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1956 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Talbot |
| Model | Ram | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
