1988 BMW M3 vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 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 M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 BMW M3.
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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M3 | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |