1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1555 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Trabant P 601 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 601 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 85 L |
