1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |