1974 Triumph Toledo vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Triumph Toledo | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | W12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
