2006 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 934 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 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | BMW | Trabant |
Model | M3 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |