1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 780 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cutlass | 411 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
