1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 23 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 456M |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2600 mm |