1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1978 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Dodge |
| Model | Manta | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
