1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1220 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Trabant | Volkswagen |
| Model | P 70 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
