1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2007 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | SP2 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
