1997 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
