1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Zodiac. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Zodiac | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |