2009 BMW 530 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 390 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 530 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
