1995 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 20 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 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 835 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | SP2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |