1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 730 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |