1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
