1981 BMW 725 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Because 1981 BMW 725 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 1981 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1981 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 725 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 725 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
