2009 BMW 730 vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 33 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, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 730 | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
