2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
