2003 BMW X3 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 45 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 1280 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X3 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2030 mm |
