2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 935 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | 911 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 24 L |
