1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 712 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB7 | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 98 L |