2005 Infiniti M vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 33 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 711 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | M | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
