1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Bristol | Trabant |
Model | 603 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 24 L |