2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. 2009 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Aspen | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 120 L |
