1964 Trabant P 601 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1505 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Trabant P 601 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Trabant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P 601 | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2955 mm |
