1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Trabant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P 70 | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2761 mm |