2005 BMW 740 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1976 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
