1972 Volkswagen 411 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen 411 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | 411 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
