1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 208 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |