1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 2001 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
