1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
