2002 BMW 318 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 26 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, 2002 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 BMW 318.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 318 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
