1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 778 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB5 | Ram |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |