2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1060 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volkswagen |
| Model | B7 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
