2006 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 51 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 525 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 690 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
