1978 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 702 kg more than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1978 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | S | Touareg |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |