1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 118 kg more than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Lagonda | Ram |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3580 mm |
