1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 748 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | SP2 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2838 mm |
