1956 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 722 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |