1955 Trabant P 70 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 54 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 855 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 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 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 70 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
