1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 25 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 612 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
