1998 BMW 728 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 22 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, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 320 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 728 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
