1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3530 mm |
