2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 462 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 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | E-150 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 24 L |
