1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 34 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Dodge Aspen | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 118 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |