1972 BMW 520 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 595 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 520 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
