1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 749 kg more than 1958 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (552 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 109 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
