1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB6 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
