Volkswagen 412
Volkswagen 412 - key facts
- Following it’s introduction in 1972, the Volkswagen 412 continued in production until 1974.
- Maximum speed of the Volkswagen 412 was 97 mph.
- A total of 355,200 units were manufactured ((411 and 412)).
| Volkswagen 412 Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Production | 355,200 (411 and 412) | |
| From | 1972 | |
| Until | 1974 | |
| Bodywork | ||
| Body Style | Saloon/Estate | |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 14ft 10in | 4.55m |
| Kerb Weight | 2341lb/1ton | 1062kg |
| Engine | ||
| Engine displacement | 1679cc | 102cu in |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | |
| Valve operation | Overhead valve | |
| Power Output | 80bhp @ 4900rpm | 79PS @ 4900rpm |
| Specific Output | 48bhp/litre | 0.78bhp/cu in |
| Torque Output | 98lbft @ 2700rpm | 133Nm @ 2700rpm |
| Specific Torque | 79Nm/litre | |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | |
| Fuel system | Single Carburettor | |
| Performance | ||
| Power to weight | 77bhp/ton | |
| Standing Qtr mile | 19.5 seconds | |
| Top speed | 97mph | 156km/h |
| Chassis | ||
| Engine location | Rear | |
| Engine alignment | Longitudinal | |
| Driven wheels | Rear | |
| Front Suspension | Independent Torsion bar | |
| Rear Suspension | Independent Torsion bar | |
| Brakes | Disc front, Drum rear | |
| Gearbox type | 4 speed Manual or Automatic | |
| Number of gears | 4 | |
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