1958 Jeep CJ vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1958 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jeep CJ. (326 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jeep CJ. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1958 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1958 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | CJ | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2893 mm |
