1967 Trabant P 601 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Trabant P 601 | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 601 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 595 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 615 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
