1960 Jaguar 3.8 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 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 859 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. 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 Jaguar 3.8. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 3.8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |