1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 20 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 760 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadmaster | 411 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |