2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rainier | 411 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |