2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1830 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 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | GL | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
