1970 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 547 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volkswagen 411 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | 411 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
