2007 BMW 550 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 34 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 770 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 550 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
