1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 428 kg more than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |