1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 2 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 990 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Centurion | 411 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |