1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 51 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 728 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1956 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 895 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 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 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Trabant | Saleen |
| Model | P 70 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 689 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2692 mm |
