1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 132 L |
