1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 129 L |
