1973 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2010 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Azure (500 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 Bentley Azure (1,000 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 880 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | SP2 | Azure |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3117 mm |
