1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2002 McLaren F1
To start off, 2002 McLaren F1 is newer by 27 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 309 kg more than 2002 McLaren F1.
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, 2002 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2002 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Dodge | McLaren |
Model | Aspen | F1 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |