1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 22 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 585 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
Model | 190 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |