2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 35 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 905 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 2002 Ford GT 40 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 2002 Ford GT 40. 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2002 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | GT 40 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
