2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Dodge | Trabant |
| Model | Ram | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 24 L |
