1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 720 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB4 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
