2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1046 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lucerne | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
