1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | ST 460 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |