2009 BMW 335 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 335 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 595 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 24 L |
