2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 43 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1755 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 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | Q7 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 24 L |
