1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |