1966 Trabant P 601 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1182 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger 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 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Trabant | Dodge |
| Model | P 601 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 72 L |
