2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 43 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1002 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Buick | Trabant |
| Model | LaCrosse | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 24 L |
