1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 256 kg more than 1955 Cadillac 62.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Cadillac 62. 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.
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1955 Cadillac 62 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | 62 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2893 mm |