2007 BMW 325 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Trabant |
| Model | 325 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
