1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 875 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK VIII | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
