1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1960 Cadillac 62 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
Model | 62 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |