2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 970 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
