2009 Lexus IS vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1150 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 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Lexus | Trabant |
| Model | IS | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 24 L |
