2007 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 32 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 345 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
