2006 BMW M3 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 9 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
