2008 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 BMW 316.
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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
