1966 Vauxhall Viscount vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2012 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Vauxhall Viscount | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Viscount | CC |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2708 mm |