1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (350 HP @ 3013 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 547 kg more than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Vantage | Ram |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 129 L |