1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 192 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (265 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
