1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 37 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |