1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | GT 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |