1998 BMW 317 vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 BMW 317 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 BMW 317. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 317. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 BMW 317. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 317. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 317.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 317 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 317 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
