1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 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 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 470 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | SL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
