1985 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1985 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 378 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
