2000 BMW 323 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 44 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 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 580 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 323 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
