2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 1069 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Trabant |
| Model | E500 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
