1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 746 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 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Mercedes-Benz 250 (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
Model | 250 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |