1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Aspen | X3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
