1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 26 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Aspen | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |