1981 BMW 745 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 6 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 700 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 745 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
