2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Volkswagen | Aston Martin |
Model | Touareg | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2920 mm |