2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 92 kg more than 1970 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | 411 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |