1950 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (576 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Triumph Mayflower | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mayflower | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
