1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 23 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | Testarossa | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
