1957 Trabant P 70 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 175 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Trabant P 70 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Trabant | TVR |
| Model | P 70 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
