2007 BMW M6 vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M6 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
