1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 16 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | 600 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3150 mm |