1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (325 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 119.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 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 | 1990 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 129 L |
