1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |