1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 50 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Trabant | Porsche |
Model | P 50 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |