1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1550 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
| Model | SP2 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |
