1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 754 kg more than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1943 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | 66 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
