1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 35 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 265 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | California |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |