1993 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 750 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Maserati Ghibli 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 1993 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Ghibli | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Maserati | Trabant |
| Model | Ghibli | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
