1956 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 57 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 552 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2893 mm |