1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1955 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 208 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
