2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1005 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 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Trabant |
| Model | XK | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 24 L |
