1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 7 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Because 1975 BMW Coupe 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 1975 BMW Coupe. 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | Coupe | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
