2008 Acura RL vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RL weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Acura | Trabant |
| Model | RL | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 24 L |
