2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1750 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-250 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
