1956 BMW 507 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 341 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 507 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |
