1964 Porsche 904 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Porsche 904. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1964 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1964 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 904 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
