1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
