1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 857 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports Convertible | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2855 mm |