1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1966 Trabant P 601 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 1154 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 1955 Jaguar MK VII 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 1955 Jaguar MK VII. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
| Model | MK VII | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 24 L |
