2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 675 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 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | Z4 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
