2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | 411 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
