1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Trabant P 70 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 70 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
