1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | A 109 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |