2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | 411 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
