1995 BMW S3 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 19 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, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | S3 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
