1961 Trabant Universal vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1584 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 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Trabant Universal | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Trabant | BMW |
| Model | Universal | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2933 mm |
