1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 16 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | 512 M |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |