1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 785 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 Ferrari 512 BB 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 Ferrari 512 BB. 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 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 512 BB | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 595 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 24 L |
