1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 35 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 595 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ferrari |
| Model | SP2 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
