1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 820 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadmaster | 411 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
