1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 355 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |