1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 938 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 370 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 129 L |
