2005 BMW 535 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 32 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 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 795 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, 2005 BMW 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 535 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
