2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 855 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
Model | Corvette | P 601 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |