1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 945 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB2 | Ram |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |