1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 254 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
