1979 BMW 735 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1979 BMW 735 is newer by 11 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 3,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 735 (218 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 735 weights approximately 510 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, 1979 BMW 735 (309 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 735 | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 735 | 411 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3451 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 309 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |