1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
