1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
