2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | XLR | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
