2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3585 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
