1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 422 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 1500 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |