1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 574 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | F-250 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3610 mm |