1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | F355 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |