2003 BMW 545 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 110 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.
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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 545 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
