1994 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 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 2,616 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 234 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda RX-7 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-7 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
