2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1964 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 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 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1964 Trabant P 601 has manual transmission. 1964 Trabant P 601 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | E-250 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 24 L |
