1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 37 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), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Aspen | R8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
