2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 985 kg more than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | E | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
