1966 BMW 2000 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 2000 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 72 more horse power than 1966 BMW 2000. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 BMW 2000. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 2000. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 2000 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2000 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
