1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1956 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | Z3 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
