2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | S | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2030 mm |
