1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 225 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 456M |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |