1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Ram |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
