2009 BMW X6 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1260 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 X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | X6 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
