2007 Acura TL vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | TL | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
