2000 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 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 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
