1967 Porsche 906 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1968 Trabant P 601 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Porsche 906 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Porsche 906 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Porsche 906 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 1967 Porsche 906. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 906 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | 906 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 618 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 24 L |
