2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | SSR | 411 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
