1971 BMW Touring vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Touring | 411 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |