1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 29 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Aspen | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 752 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |
