1956 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 55 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 950 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK 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 | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Trabant | Jaguar |
Model | P 70 | XK |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 689 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |