2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle. (77 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 1961 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touareg | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
