2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 47 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1100 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Buick | Trabant |
Model | LaCrosse | P 70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 22 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |