2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 44 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (232 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1200 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (344 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | ML | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
