1978 Dodge Aspen vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 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 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 7 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 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 316 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Aspen | 316 |
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 | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |