1974 Volkswagen SP vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 37 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 695 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen SP | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | SP | 125 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
