1952 Morris Six vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1952 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1952 Morris Six. 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 1952 Morris Six. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Six. (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morris Six | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Six | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
