1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 8 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2155 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
Model | 600 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2030 mm |