2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 33 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 844 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Five Hundred | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
