2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 575 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Porsche | Trabant |
| Model | 911 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
