1997 BMW M3 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | M3 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
