1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 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 65 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |