2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. 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 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Five Hundred | SP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
