1987 BMW M6 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1987 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW M6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M6 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
