1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 406 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
