2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 955 kg more than 1976 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 XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XKR | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
