2004 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 325 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 24 L |
