1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 72 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 542 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | MK VIII | Touareg |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |