1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB2. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB2 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |
