1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 226 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
