1993 BMW 840 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 840 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
