1959 Bentley S2 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bentley S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bentley S2 would be higher. At 6,223 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Bentley S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 338 kg more than 1959 Bentley S2.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bentley S2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bentley S2 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Bentley | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6223 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 100 L |
