2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 612 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 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Type | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
