1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2004 Maybach 62
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 28 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1320 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, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2004 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Aspen | 62 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3830 mm |
