1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silver Spur | SP |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2410 mm |
