1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 928 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 400 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
