2007 Audi S8 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 35 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 860 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 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volkswagen 411. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S8 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
