1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1965 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1965 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1965 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1965 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | 911 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2030 mm |
