2003 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
