2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
