1992 BMW 332 vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 14 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, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 48 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 332 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
