2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 630 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Type | 411 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
