2009 BMW 135 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 705 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 BMW 135 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 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 135 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 24 L |
