2009 BMW 528 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Because 2009 BMW 528 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 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 528 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 24 L |
