2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1964 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1964 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1820 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.
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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant P 601. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1964 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Acadia | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 24 L |
