1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1784 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |