1996 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 535 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 325 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
