1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 10 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 128 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2659 mm |