2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 550 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 360 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
