1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 795 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | C | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2030 mm |
