1998 BMW 323 vs. 1978 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 20 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, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1978 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1978 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 323 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
