1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3580 mm |
