2005 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 740 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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | BMW | Trabant |
Model | 530 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |