1962 BMW 700 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 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 135 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 915 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 700 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
