1986 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 BMW 325.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 325 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |