1974 Volkswagen SP vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen SP | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | SP | A6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
