1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. 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 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 230.4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |