1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 905 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 365 GTS | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
