1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 34 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Aspen | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |