2000 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 830 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | SP |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
