1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Trabant P 601 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 601 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 55 L |
