2006 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 325 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
