1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 916 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 3-Litre | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
