2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 271 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. 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 1959 Ford Consul. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |
