1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 25 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1285 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | 300 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
