1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1956 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Cadillac | Trabant |
Model | DeVille | P 70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |