1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Trabant Universal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | Universal | 750 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
