1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 7 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 475 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Camaro | 411 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |