2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 854 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1980 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
Model | Ram | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 97 L |