1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 4 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 535 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.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Chevelle | 411 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
