1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,962 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 1015 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 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica 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 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4962 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2030 mm |
