1979 BMW 628 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 BMW 628 is newer by 4 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 628 weights approximately 580 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, 1979 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 628 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 628 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
