1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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 (380 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Aspen | 350Z |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2690 mm |