1972 Mini MK III vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1795 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1972 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1972 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini MK III | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK III | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
