1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 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 43 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 549 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2002 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1968 | 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 | 130 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
