2007 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A8 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
