1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 36 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 136 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | SLS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
