1999 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 865 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
