1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 35 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 665 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Trabant |
| Model | 512 TR | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 690 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
