1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati 450 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Maserati 450 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 1958 Maserati 450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Maserati | Trabant |
Model | 450 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 615 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |