1970 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 411 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 411 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen 411 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | 411 | M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
