1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1040 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 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XJS | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
