2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | Cayenne | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
