1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III has manual transmission. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Volkswagen |
Model | 3000 Mk III | Touareg |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |