1956 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1959 Trabant P 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Thunderbird | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Thunderbird | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5112 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
