1972 Volkswagen 411 vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen 411 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | 411 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
