2007 BMW 116 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 116 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
