2008 BMW 130 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 760 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 2008 BMW 130 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 2008 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2008 BMW 130 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 130 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 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 | 53 L | 24 L |
