1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (244 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 260 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |