1956 Buick 40 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 546 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1956 Buick 40 (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |