2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1258 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 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Trabant |
| Model | 300 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 24 L |
