1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | Pinin |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |