1998 BMW 845 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 32 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 1135 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 1998 BMW 845 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 1998 BMW 845. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | BMW | Trabant |
Model | 845 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 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 |