1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 33 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 395 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Aspen | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2942 mm |
