1965 Trabant P 601 vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 47 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 882 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano 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 | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Trabant | Buick |
| Model | P 601 | Verano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 57 L |
