2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 69 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.

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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 1975 Dodge Aspen
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Corvette Aspen
Year Released 2006 1975
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 5210 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 506 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2760 mm


 

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