2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 325 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Ram | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
