1971 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Volkswagen 411 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Xedos |
| Model | 411 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
