2006 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1821 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Trabant |
| Model | Navigator | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 24 L |
