2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 38 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2510 mm |
