1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 99 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | GT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
