1998 BMW 320 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 615 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 320 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
