1966 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, both 1966 Bizzarrini GT and 1966 Trabant P 601 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Bizzarrini GT 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 1966 Bizzarrini GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bizzarrini GT | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Trabant |
Model | GT | P 601 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2030 mm |