1959 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 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 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Trabant P 70 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Trabant | Alpina |
Model | P 70 | B7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3071 mm |