2003 BMW X5 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1345 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | X5 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
