2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2324 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | F-250 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 24 L |
