2005 BMW X5 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X5 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 24 L |
