1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1404 mm |
