2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601.
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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
| Model | DTS | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2030 mm |
