2008 BMW 118 vs. 1975 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 33 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1975 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 118 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
