2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1970 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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 411 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 411 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Yukon | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
