2009 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 605 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 325 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
