1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Marcos | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2 Litres | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
