1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 20 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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 650 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 879 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | F399 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |