1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 486 kg more than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1945 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | 66 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3903 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1941 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2893 mm |