1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 634 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
