1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 980 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Austin A 70 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 70 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |