2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 351 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Taurus | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 24 L |
