1948 Simca 6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1948 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1948 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1948 Simca 6 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
Model | 6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 570 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2893 mm |