1953 Buick 40 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 879 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | 40 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
