1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 38 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Aspen | Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
