2007 GMC Savana vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Savana | Universal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2030 mm |
