1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
