1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Trabant P 601 | 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
Model | P 601 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 595 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 90 L |