2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 881 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | XF | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
