1951 Ferrari 375 Indy vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1966 Trabant P 601 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
Model | 375 Indy | P 601 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2030 mm |