2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 360 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 360 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 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
Model | 360 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |