1949 BMW 340 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1949 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 BMW 340. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 340 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2893 mm |
