2007 BMW 118 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 615 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 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 118 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 24 L |
