2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V 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 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 170 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 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | CTS-V | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
