1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |