1958 Trabant P 70 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1958 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 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 70 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Trabant | BMW |
Model | P 70 | X3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2807 mm |