2004 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1385 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | V | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
