2002 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 27 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 940 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
