1959 Trabant P 70 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1002 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 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Trabant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | P 70 | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2875 mm |