1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Aspen | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 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 |