2005 Lexus GX vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 46 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 1270 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Lexus | Trabant |
| Model | GX | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
