2007 Lexus LS vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 40 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lexus | Trabant |
| Model | LS | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2030 mm |
