2005 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 517 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 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Aero 8 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Morgan | Trabant |
Model | Aero 8 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2030 mm |