2005 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 30 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, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 220 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
