1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 134 kg more than 1958 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 Turbo (177 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | Turbo | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
