1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 27 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 584 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 411. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Thunderbird | 411 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
