2003 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
