1995 Alpina B 12 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 Alpina B 12 is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Because 1995 Alpina B 12 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 1995 Alpina B 12. 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, 1995 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1995 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B 12 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Alpina | Trabant |
| Model | B 12 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
