1998 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 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 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 330 | Aspen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 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 |