1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 35 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Aspen | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2649 mm |
