1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 865 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 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 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 70 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
