2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 29 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1220 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Volkswagen |
Model | Silver Seraph | 411 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5377 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |