2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (246 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | S | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2390 mm |
