1988 BMW 524 vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 524 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 524 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 BMW 524.
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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 524 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
