1957 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 55 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1253 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT 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 | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Trabant | Lincoln |
| Model | P 70 | MKT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2995 mm |
