1995 BMW S3 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1995 BMW S3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW S3 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 BMW S3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | S3 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
