1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 33 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 200 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 599 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2751 mm |
