1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Trabant P 70 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | P 70 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
