2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 836 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Trabant |
| Model | Corvette | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |
