1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is newer by 24 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F1 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 648 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Trabant P 601 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
Because 1990 Ferrari F1 90 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 1990 Ferrari F1 90. 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.
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1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
Model | F1 90 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |