1961 Bristol 407 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1967 Trabant P 601 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 407 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 407 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 407 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Bristol 407 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 1961 Bristol 407. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1961 Bristol 407 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 407 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Bristol | Trabant |
Model | 407 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |