2000 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 955 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, 2000 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
