1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 265 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 328 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |