1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 19 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 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 670 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 512 TR | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1677 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
