1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 52 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Trabant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P 50 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
