2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 25 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 800 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
Model | B 10 | SP2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1677 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |