2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | 411 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |