1990 BMW 316 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 316 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 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, 1990 BMW 316 (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 316 1957 Trabant P 70
Make BMW Trabant
Model 316 P 70
Year Released 1990 1957
Engine Size 1596 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2390 mm


 

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