1984 Cadillac Seville vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1984 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 590 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 1972 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac Seville | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Seville | 411 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |