1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1290 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | S | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2030 mm |
