2003 BMW X5 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 37 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1455 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 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X5 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 24 L |
