1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aspen | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3090 mm |
